He is the serial killer at the centre of the franchise who lays out traps his victims in situations where they must select to either live or die.

The directors are Michael Spierig and Peter Spierig, whilst the writers are Pete Goldfinger and Josh Stolberg.

What is the synopsis?

Jigsaw’s official synopsis reads: ‘Bodies are turning up around the city, each having met a uniquely gruesome demise. As the investigation proceeds, evidence points to one man: John Kramer. But how can this be? The man known as Jigsaw has been dead for over a decade. Or has an apprentice picked up the mantle of Jigsaw, perhaps even someone inside the investigation?’

Laura Vandervoort in Jigsaw (Picture: Lionsgate)

When is Jigsaw heading to UK screens?

The film will be released at Halloween which is the usual time slot for all previous Saw films.